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Conrad / Hilton

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Two islands, one bridge, and the world's first underwater restaurant

LuxurySouth Ari Atoll90km from Malé

Starting from

$800

per night

Unverified — not yet confirmed at source

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Overview

Conrad Rangali Island is two islands connected by a 500-metre wooden bridge — the main island for families and the quieter Rangalifinolhu for adults. It houses Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, the world's first fully submerged restaurant, 5 metres below the ocean. South Ari Atoll location means year-round whale sharks.

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Our judgement from the facts on this page, not a review.

Best for

  • Bucket-list experiences (Ithaa)
  • Whale shark seekers
  • Hilton Honors members
  • Families wanting variety
  • Foodies

Not ideal for

  • Those wanting intimate small resorts
  • Budget-conscious travelers
  • Surfers

Getting There

Seaplane

30-minute seaplane to South Ari Atoll

Duration

30 min

Cost (r/t pp)

~$660

Departs from

Velana International Airport seaplane terminal

⚠️ Seaplanes only operate daylight hours. Night arrivals: domestic flight to Maamigili + 25-min speedboat

Rooms & Villas

Beach Villa

Private pool

Elegant beachfront villa on Rangali Island with private deck and garden

$800

per night

120Max 3 guests
Private plunge poolBeach accessOutdoor showerBathtubButler

Water Villa

Overwater

Overwater villa on Rangali Island with steps to the lagoon

$1,100

per night

130Max 2 guests
Lagoon stepsDeckOutdoor rain showerGlass floorButler

Grand Water Villa with Pool

OverwaterPrivate pool

Premium overwater villa on the quieter adult island with private infinity pool

$2,400

per night

280Max 2 guests
Infinity poolTwo decksButlerPremium barOutdoor bathtub with ocean view

Dining

Ithaa Undersea RestaurantSignature$$$

European fine dining

5 metres below the ocean surface, 180° acrylic tunnel views of coral reef; lunch $195/person, dinner $295/person

The Sunset Grill$$$

Grilled meats & seafood

Overwater restaurant famous for sunsets and grilled lobster

Mandhoo$$

Maldivian & Asian

Casual poolside restaurant serving local Maldivian dishes and Asian favourites

Meal Plans

PlanCost pp/nightAlcohol
BBBed & BreakfastIncluded
HBHalf Board+$160

Activities

snorkeling

Whale Shark SnorkelingSignature

Year-round whale shark encounters in South Ari Atoll

$75

per person

excursion

Ithaa Undersea DiningSignature

$295

per person (dinner)

diving

Scuba Diving

$95

per dive

wellness

CHI Spa

$180

per treatment

kids

Kids Club (Cocooning)
Included

Marine Life & Reef

House Reef

Not verified

Surfing

Not available

Nearby marine life

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Pros & Cons

Our reading of the verified facts above, not a review. We have not stayed here.

Pros

  • Two-island concept
  • Hilton Honors points redeemable

Cons

  • Expensive seaplane transfer on top of already high room rates

Booking Channels

Hilton Honors

Points bookable; Diamond members get lounge access and upgrade priority

Best for: Hilton loyalists with Diamond status

Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts

Daily breakfast, $100 credit, upgrade, early/late checkout on top of base rate

Best for: Amex Platinum holders

True Cost Estimate

7 nights, 2 adults, half board, water villa including one Ithaa dinner

Room total$7,700
Transfer (r/t × 2)$1,320
Dining add-ons$1,200
Activities (est.)$500
Total (est.)$10,720

Built from unverified rates. These figures have not been confirmed against a published rate sheet, and exclude 17% TGST, 10% service charge and $12 per person per night green tax.

Quick Facts

Atoll: South Ari Atoll
Transfer: 30min Seaplane
Kids welcome
House reef: not verified
Alcohol: Served
Best time: Year-round for whale sharks; November to April for best diving visibility
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